Amethyst, the official birthstone of February, was for years believed to have spiritual and protective powers. Amethyst stones were very rare until the 19th century when large deposits were discovered in Brazil. Because of their rarity and their popularity with royalty and clergy, the Amethyst was once as expensive as …
The most popular January birthstone is Garnet. Garnet is also the stone that celebrates the 2nd anniversary of marriage. The name “garnet” comes from the Latin word “Garanatus,” meaning “seedlike,” in reference to pomegranate seeds. This connection makes sense because small garnets resemble the red seeds you find inside a …
Blue topaz is the December birthstone and the most popular of the colors available, blue topaz symbolizes honesty, deep emotional attachment, and clarity of feelings. The December birthstone blue topaz is also the 4th anniversary gift idea. Blue topaz is such a beautiful stone that if you are unsure of …
Citrine and topaz both offer lovely options for November birthstone jewelry without breaking the bank. Although topaz is harder than citrine, both stones have relatively similar durability and can be used in any type of jewelry setting; though it is recommended that topaz be reserved for special occasions, due to …
October has two birthstones; Tourmaline and Opal. Tourmaline is the modern birthstone for October and is a favorite gemstone for many because it’s available in a rainbow of beautiful colors. Opal is the traditional birthstone for October Opal gemstones are truly unique because each individual gem is adorned with a …
September birthstone is Sapphire, one of the “Big Three” of precious gemstones, sapphires are absolutely stunning. The name comes from the Greek word for blue. Although traditionally a deep blue, sapphires span the rainbow of color from pink to yellow to peach. Sapphires make stunning jewelry gifts for anyone born …
Peridot, the August birthstone, is a gorgeous bright green gemstone that captures the imagination. Legend has it that Peridot wards off evil and nightmares. It’s believed to carry the gift of inner radiance, sharpening the mind and opening it to new levels of awareness and growth, helping one to recognize …
The July birthstone is Ruby. The name Ruby comes from the Latin word Rubeus or Ruber, which means “red.” It has been called “the king of precious stones.”The deeper the red color, the more valuable the gem. The deep red color is associated with passion and love, which also makes …
June is one of only three months that have three birthstones. The three June birthstones are Pearl, Alexandrite, and Moonstone. Each of these birthstones has their own beauty. Pearl The original birthstone for June was the Pearl. Pearls are also the gift for the 30th anniversary. Pearls are unique because …
June has three birthstones, and Alexandrite is the rarest. Alexandrite is a relatively modern gemstone; it was discovered in Russian emerald mines located in the Ural Mountains. Legends claim that it was discovered in 1834 on the same day that future Russian Czar Alexander II came of age; it was …
